Relationships and marriage take work in the best of situations, but in Don Pasquale's case, and when the marriage is out of spite, it could prove to be a bit much for the old man. In an attempt to eliminate his nephew from his will, the rich old man decides to get married. He refuses to allow Ernesto (the nephew) to marry his lover Norina, and hopes to leave Ernesto penniless. Little does he know that the person he enlists to help him find a bride is Malatesta, a friend to both Ernesto and Norina. When Malatesta suggests his "sister" as a potential bride, Pasquale is overjoyed. However, the sweet, demure, "Sofronia" (who is Norina in desguise) is only sweet and demure until the marriage contract (and thus the inheritance, and half of all of his belongings, immediately) is signed over to her. She immediately turns into a vicious shrew, in hopes of causing a divorce, and living out the rest of her days with Ernesto, on Don Pasquale's dime. Hijinks obviously ensue, in a hillarious romp. Set in an italian restaurant in New York, Joshua Collier directs Nicholas Tocci's concept as Vermont's favorite baritone is jumping in to sing the title role! This production is complete with all stereotypes, parmesean cheese shakers, checkered tablecloths, and all that one could ask for, and will surely be a gut-busting and romantic night at the theatre.
BARN OPERA's Don Pasquale
February 11 & 12, 2022 - 7:30pm
Don Pasquale - Nicholas Tocci
Norina - Maria Brea
Ernesto - Christopher Plaas
Malatesta - Wayne Arthur
Notary - Val Giesey
Pianist/Coach - Felix Jarrar
Conductor - Cailin Marcel Manson
Director- Joshua Collier
House Manager - Tricia Welch
Stage Manager - Catharine Jai Orellana
Stringent Covid measures will be enforced, to keep everyone safe!
Thank you for supporting BRANDON'S opera company through this difficult time!
BARN OPERA is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization in the state of VT. EIN: 86-2778352.
